The RN Apprentice Employee Relations Specialist works as a liaison between human resources, nursing directors, nursing apprentices, and the colleges and universities. Provides consultation, coaching, and guidance to all levels of Managers and Directors on all aspects of employee performance and conduct, including corrective action, terminations, and the consistent application of policies and procedures. This role is responsible for conducting impartial, thorough, and well-documented investigations related to alleged policy violations and Title VII matters, and for recommending appropriate resolutions to employee relations issues.

The RN Apprentice Employee Relations Specialist collaborates closely with leadership to ensure organizational policies and clearly understood, effectively communicated, and consistently enforced. Works closely with apprentice manager, nursing leadership, and key stakeholders regarding training and education of the nursing apprenticeship program. Responsibilities also include supporting the clinical rotations between mentors and apprenticeships. Assist the manager of apprentice program with day-to-day processes of the program with clear and progressive records of program progression, promotions, tuition payments, mentor stipends, agreements, rounding, and competencies for the program.

Education required: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Education preferred: BSN preferred

License, certification and/or registration: Current Alabama or Multistate Nursing license required

Experience: Hospital RN experience in which leadership job duties has been demonstrated.

Skills/abilities: 

• Must be able to effectively communicate with employees, unit directors, and college or university educators regarding sensitive and often complicated issues
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to make presentations and conduct necessary training sessions
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks as needed
• Must have knowledge of Clinical Information Systems, computer, word processing applications, spreadsheet applications, and graphics application
• The ability to read, comprehend and prepare moderately complex written material, such as government regulations or policies and procedures is required
• Must be able to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment
• Strong knowledge of medical/surgical clinical nursing needed

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if  you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.

Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!

 Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

• Careers: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
• Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
• Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al